fly a foot or two off the ground and hover slightly as if it were trying to shove off the females. The group would quiet down when the male would stand close to a female and sometimes struggle up to her. The remainder of the 44 would then fly off or fly a few feet away and settle down again. After several minute, the fight started again. 25 June, Barrow, Alaska Several large flocks (40-50) were noted in the vicinity of Elson Lagoon. Pairs were also frequent - The small ponds. Females, however, far outnumbered males. 30 June, Barrow, Alaska From 10-20 females were present on freshwater lagoon. Two pair were noted in the small ponds, just west of the road. 2 July, Barrow, Alaska At 1400, about 180 females were present on freshwater lagoons. They were scattered along the ship narrow water while feeding and would fly when a breeze came near.